Malaysian community garden advocate hopes to see one set up in every neighourhood


Subur Community Gardens founder, Chan, with some compost at her home. Photos: Chan Li Jin

One of the earliest proponents of urban farming in the country is Subur Community Gardens. It was founded by garden enthusiast and former health writer Chan Li Jin as a social enterprise in Dec 2012.

Subur’s purpose is to encourage communities to come together to grow their own food and learn about planting.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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